The Florida Panthers went into this game playing all for pride. This game would be the last for Shawn Thornton at home in Sunrise Florida. Shawn and the Cats would look to go out and win this game for the fans.
The first period offered very little as both teams went scoreless. It looked as if the game was going to be a real long one, as there was little to no excitement going on. It was up until the seven minute mark in the second period where Nick Bjugstad scored the first goal of the game.